New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a state visit to Bhutan from March 21 to March 22, 2024, reaffirming the enduring bond of friendship between the two nations and India’s steadfast commitment to its Neighbourhood First Policy. During his visit, Prime Minister Modi will be received in audience by His…
New Delhi: The vibrant spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship took center stage today as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Start-up Mahakumbh at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event, marked by a fervent display of groundbreaking ideas and visionary initiatives, witnessed the Prime Minister championing the transformative potential of the start-up ecosystem in India. In…
New Delhi: The electoral process for the much-anticipated General Elections to the Lok Sabha 2024 kicked off today as nominations began to be filed for the First Phase. The Election Commission of India issued a Gazette notification for 102 Parliamentary Constituencies (PCs) across 21 States and Union Territories (UTs) slated to go to polls in…
New Delhi: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Dhanuka Agritech Limited have taken a significant step towards empowering farmers by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The agreement aims to harness the collective expertise of both organizations to deliver cutting-edge agricultural technologies to farmers across the country. The MoU was signed yesterday by…
Srinagar: The 47th Meeting of the National Committee of Archivists (NCA) concluded its two-day session at the Sher-e Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar, on March 19, 2024. Delegates from across various states and union territories of India convened to discuss strategies for revitalizing archives administration and records management systems. Delegates from Delhi, Goa, Gujarat,…
New Delhi: The latest data released by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) indicates a notable uptick in India’s mineral production for January 2024, reflecting positive momentum in the mining and quarrying sector. The index of mineral production, based on 2011-12=100, reached 144.1, marking a substantial 5.9% increase compared to the same period in January…
New Delhi: The 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE), hosted by India, commenced its formal proceedings on March 19, 2024, in New Delhi. The meeting, scheduled from March 18 to 22, 2024, is being held at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi, with the second…
New Delhi: In response to the Ministry of Labour & Employment’s notification regarding the establishment of creche facilities, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has urged Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) across the country to take prompt action in compliance with these regulations. The UGC’s call for action comes as part of its commitment to promoting inclusivity…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance road safety and curb traffic violations, the Bhubaneswar Traffic Department has rolled out stringent measures targeting individuals caught jumping red lights within the city limits. According to DCP PK Rout, jumping a red light in the Odisha capital will now result in the immediate suspension of the driver’s license and legal action….
New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently notified the University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, along with subsequent amendments, to ensure the quality and standards of education delivered through distance and online modes. The initial regulations were officially published in the Gazette of India on September…
